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The official Twitter of Killbear Provincial Park. Traditional territory of the Anishinaabe in the Robinson-Huron Treaty area. 30,000 islands, one great story.
Nobel, ON
Joined April 2015
Please note that Killbear is on a Boil Water Advisory. Please boil all water for one full minute prior to drinking, brushing teeth, and preparing food or infant formula. To receive the most up-to-date information please check our alerts page regularly: https://t.co/AAPbme00JP
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Hoping to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city this winter? Killbear could be just what you need! Whether it's a solo trip or a trip with friends or family, come and experience a peaceful winter wonderland at Killbear ☃️ ❄️ Book a visit here: https://t.co/XyFXWzwq1D
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Shawanaga First Nation and Wasauksing First Nation will be conducting a traditional deer harvest at Killbear Provincial Park from November 27 to December 3. For everyone’s safety, the park will be closed to the public during this time.
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We are closed for the 2025 season! We'll reopen for winter camping on January 5 — mark your calendars! ❄️ Our social media will be less active, but feel free to reach the Park Office at (705) 342 5492 for assistance. Stay tuned for updates, and see you in 2026! 🏕️ 📸 Derek Clark
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Tuesday, September 30th, is #NationalDayForTruthAndReconciliation. A chance for reflection, learning, and action. We encourage everyone to deepen their knowledge as a powerful way to foster ongoing awareness and reconciliation throughout September and beyond.
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Highway 559 has reopened and road access to the park has been restored.
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Repairs are currently underway, and an estimated completion time will be provided to visitors currently at the park and to any reservation holders travelling to the park as soon as possible.
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As a result of the storm, hydro service to the park has been temporarily interrupted. Emergency backup generators are currently supplying power to operate essential facilities such as the water treatment plant.
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40 metres of HWY 559, the municipal roadway to and from the park, were damaged during a storm event on July 06 and July 07. Due to the damage, the road is temporarily closed, and vehicular access to and from the park is not possible.
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Arriving early for your campsite reservation? You’re welcome to explore the park! You could: 🏊go for a swim 🌲hike a trail 🏠check out the Discovery Centre (Open 10 am - 5 pm) Campers have until 2 pm to check out. Please be considerate while they pack up! 📸 Nick Mirka
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This budding plant is called black huckleberry and its #AtHomeAtKillbear . The shrub is considered fire-resistant because after a fire the surviving rhizomes will quickly send out new shoots to regrow.🌱 #AtHomeAtKillbear #KillbearPP
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Have you ever seen a salamander this size? Eastern Red-backed Salamanders are the only fully terrestrial salamander species in Ontario. This means that newly hatched salamanders of this species look like miniature adults as opposed to having an aquatic larval stage.
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Spring is here, and the forest is waking up with some colour at Killbear Park! 🐜Trillium seeds are primarily dispersed by ants 🦌 The White Trillium is the favourite snack of the White-tailed deer To learn more check out the Ontario Parks Blog post: https://t.co/JUBMwaCJWt
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To celebrate #ActONLitter Day today Killbear staff did a Park-wide cleanup! 🙌 When camping, always remember to pick up after yourself and leave your site better than you found it! ♻️💚💙 #DayOfActionOnLitter #CleanOntario
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Tomorrow Wednesday the 13th is #ActONLitter day! This day brings awareness to how waste impacts our environment. If you are camping at Killbear, we challenge you to pick up garbage around your site or campground! 🚯♻️
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Killbear is now open for the season and we are so excited!! Here are the current hours! 🏠 Main office: Monday - Sunday, 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM 🔎 Discovery Centre: Monday - Sunday, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM 🛍️ Nature Shoppe: Saturday - Sunday May 11, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM 📸 Octavia
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Killbear is currently looking for seasonal Park Maintenance Workers. We're looking for motivated individuals with a background in maintenance. This contract is annually recurring for up to 29 weeks each year (April to November). Apply by May 25: https://t.co/HgMGPS3uM3
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Our gates open on Friday, May 9th! 🏕️ Sites are still available! So, make sure to book your campsite! Main Office is open 9am- 9pm. Starting Saturday May 10th the Discovery Centre will be open 10am-3pm everyday! We can't wait to see the park bustling with visitors again! ⛺
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Spring is officially blooming at Killbear! 🌈 Birds are singing, spring peepers are calling and the willow trees are budding! What is your favorite sign of spring?🐸 🌱 Nature Challenge: If you have a willow tree nearby, keep an eye out for its silky catkins!
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